Rescue Scene Organization and Management

ICS Overview Simple tiered management system Expandable to meet needs of resources and functions Useful in small or large incidents Useful in multi-agency or multi-disciplined response Uses Common terminology

ICS Functions Incident Command –Usually assigned to 1 person – even with Unified Command Incidents Operations Section Planning Section Logistics Section Finance/Administration Section

SEMS Overview Standardized Emergency Management System Multi-agency or Inter-agency Coordination Local Government Requirement By December 1996 Tied to State funding during emergencies Applies to all groups FD, PD, Public Utilities

Communications On Scene or Off Scene Communication Reasons Update status, ID Hazards, Direct Operations, Coordinate Resources, Request Additional Resources Communication Methods Radio, Phone, Runner, Signal Devices, Face to Face Keep Messages Simple Clear Text, Short Understandable, Identify Caller

Scene Control Gain Perimeter Control Control Spontaneous Rescuers Controls Rescue Site – Increases Safety Use Physical Barriers Establish Best Access to Incident Establish Command Post - ICP Establish Staging Area

Initial Actions Establish Control Conduct a Size-Up Identify and Request Additional Resources Control Site Perimeter and Spontaneous Rescuers Secure Utilities Rescue “Surface” Victims Establish Priorities, Develop Plans, Organize Resources

Phases of Rescue Phase 1 Size-up, scene management, surface victim rescue Phase II Search all accessible area and void spaces Phase III Selected debris removal Phase IV General debris removal